Do you want to buy a wig, but you have no idea what you’re looking for? You have found just the right hair experts to help with your decision.
Before we get into the nitty gritty of wig types, we encourage you to think about what you want out of a wig. Are you looking for a cheap, fun, and colorful hairpiece to wear out every now and then? Perhaps you’d prefer a fine quality, custom wig for daily wear. Maybe you’re experiencing hair thinning and want a wig that matches your natural hair.
Whatever the reason for your wig search, we can help you find the perfect option! No matter why you’re interested in wigs, our in-depth discussion will help you decide. Continue reading to learn all about the pros and cons of both fiber types and which is right for you.
The Difference Between Human Hair and Synthetic Hair
Fiber type makes an incredible difference in the appearance, cost-effectiveness, lifespan, and styling of a wig. This is why we want you to know your wig goals before we get into the details! Your plans for wig-wearing will help determine the correct wig for you.
Synthetic Wigs
Synthetic wigs consist of strands of plastic or acrylic “hair” that resemble biological human hair. Synthetic wig creators are getting better at making real-looking hair, but it still does not behave like human hair. Although they are plastic, their style is usually more like concrete. Wig companies pre-style synthetic wigs, and that shape will last as long as the wig does.
Human Hair Wigs
Human hair wigs are available in a variety of different hair purity grades. These include Remy and non-Remy human hair as well as virgin and non-virgin human hair. Companies source Remy hair wigs from just one source, meaning each hair cuticle perfectly aligns. Virgin hair is non-treated, meaning that it is free of chemicals and dyes.
Pros and Cons: Synthetic Wigs vs Human Hair Wigs
Appearance
Because human hair wigs are real hair, they are the most realistic-looking wigs available. Synthetic wigs tend to be overly shiny and stiff. In contrast, if you apply your human hair wig well, it will be identical to biological hair. Synthetic wigs are much more noticeably fake than human hair wigs.
Cost-Effectiveness
As you may expect, synthetic wigs are significantly less expensive than human hair wigs. Unfortunately, their cheaper price point often shows in their quality. We’ll discuss wig longevity soon, but human hair wigs last much longer than synthetic wigs. This means that you will likely spend far less on wigs if you always buy human hair.
For example, repurchasing a $300 synthetic wig four times a year for 3 years will cost $3,600. That’s even greater than the cost of a comparable luxury human hair wig, which will last for the full 3 year period.
Lifespan
Human hair wigs last much longer than their synthetic peers. Sadly, synthetic wigs only have a lifespan of 4-6 months. You may be able to wear a synthetic wig for up to a year if you don’t wear it daily.
For human hair wigs, 1 year is the shortest lifespan you should expect. With proper care, most will last for about 3 years. This is especially true of high quality Remy wigs.
Styling
Many say that synthetic wigs are easier to style than human hair wigs, but this pro has limits. Most synthetic wigs have a set style to which they’ll return after washing. Even heat-safe synthetic wigs can only take light styling with heat tools. Human hair wigs also take color much better.
You can style human hair wigs with heat tools and dye much like your natural hair—we’ll get into that more!
Versatility
To continue discussing styling, we must mention how versatile synthetic vs human hair wigs are. Human hair wigs are just as versatile as natural hair, because that’s what they are! You’ll be able to achieve many more styles from a human hair wig.
Because they dye better than synthetic wigs, human hair wigs will have much more depth and dimension in color. You can also change colors at a whim! Synthetic wigs retain their vibrant color, even after washing. They’re much more difficult to dye.
Human hair wigs can handle more heat, as well, meaning that you can style and restyle your wig to your heart’s content. If you prefer, you can have curl, straight hair, braids, space buns, and a messy updo all in one week. Human hair wigs are perfect for changing up your look!
Synthetic Hair vs Human Hair: The Winner
Human hair is the clear winner of this battle. Human hair wigs are unmatched in appearance, quality, and eventual cost-effectiveness. The higher quality wig you buy, the better it will look. At The Lauren Ashtyn Collection, we only stock the best!
Our 100% European Remy human hair wigs are premium hair pieces that look and function exactly like natural hair. We triple-knot and hand-tie each strand to our unique mesh cap for the most flawless finish. Lauren Ashtyn wigs are a fun and simple way to get the hair of your dreams!
Beautiful length, full volume, and years of wear will be yours with a quick order from our collection. Our lace front luxury wigs are 100% European Remy human hair, hand-tied, adjustable, breathable, and personalized. They also feature a free parting, so you have an infinite number of styling options.
Every day we commit to the following standards:
- Our process
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Find affordable luxury wigs with free consultations at The Lauren Ashtyn Collection today.
